Program Manager

Job ID: 114547

About the Role

Works closely with Engineering to manage a development program or project. Manages and ensures the timely completion of specific, defined technical programs or projects. Oversees a team or portion of a program to plan, track, and execute project plans from start to completion using specific technical knowledge. Responsibilities are conducted under the guidance of senior-level management (Director of Programs or LOB Lead).

Responsibilities

• Manage and direct the daily execution of contract requirements to assure that cost, schedules, and performance goals are met.
• Lead all meetings and the integrated product team from kick-off through project close.
• Provide interface, communication, and coordination with internal and external customers on matters pertaining to existing contracts.
• Participate as a team member or leader on bid and proposal activities, ensuring requirements of the request for proposal are met.
• Actively seek new business opportunities in coordination with Business Development.
• Represent management at program reviews, meetings, and seminars.
• Prepare for and participate in contract/subcontract negotiations while adhering to government regulatory guidance.
• Develop and implement plans and schedules to execute contracts/subcontracts; allocate and control budgets for labor, material, travel, and purchased services.
• Regularly report program status to senior management.
• Formally identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate risk throughout the program life cycle.
• Ensure overall execution of material on schedule and on budget for a business area.
• Collaborate with various project teams on tasks, Engineering changes, and other project-related activities.
• Notify and seek senior management assistance in resolving schedule and budget problems.
• Develop and implement corrective action plans when deviations from budgets and/or schedules are evident.
• Perform variance analysis of schedule and cost (e.g., earned value management system) and present findings to senior management.
• Serve as the primary interface with the customer on all matters involving contract execution.
• Coordinate with other departments on resolution of contractual problems with the customer.
• Coordinate with Contracts Administration on issues pertaining to contract requirements, changes, and interpretations.
• Assure contract requirements are executed in accordance with appropriate regulations and Company policies (e.g., federal acquisition regulations).
• Provide leadership to the program or project team, ensuring communication and cooperation among team members and resolving areas of conflict.
• Ensure a timely closeout of completed programs to satisfy all obligations and properly record program documentation.
• Develop and understand leading vs. lagging indicators, program corrective action strategies, and principles of program planning.
• Develop and understand cash flow management principles and process improvement (e.g., Lean Six Sigma).
• Support, communicate, reinforce, and defend the mission, values, and culture of the organization.

Requirements

• 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience; Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, or Business degree may be preferred.
• Knowledge of program management tools and procedures.
• Solid leadership and management skills.
• Exposure to program lifecycle from development through sustainment, including proposal development, requirements decomposition, risk management, and continuous improvement efforts.
• Exposure to earned value cost accounting and reporting; experience with metrics for assessing and reporting program progress, productivity, and variance analysis.
• Exposure to finance, contracting, export regulations, engineering, logistics, manufacturing, and supply chain management.
• Strong customer interface and problem-solving skills.
• Strong presentation, oral, and written communication skills.
• Experience managing manpower planning, project reviews, scheduling, and budget control.
• Ability to manage aerospace/defense programs as a prime or subcontractor to a domestic or foreign military organization.
• Program Management certification preferred (e.g., PMP or DAU).

Secondary Accountabilities

• May require 5+ years in DoD program and/or materials management and in production manufacturing operation utilizing MRP/ERP.
• May require knowledge of DoD FAR procurement regulations.
• May require knowledge of MRP/ERP with a solid understanding of electro-mechanical assembly operations, bills of material, demand material planning, and the supply chain purchasing process.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Company contribution to a health savings account.
• Telemedicine, life and disability insurance, and legal insurance.
• 401(k) savings plan.
• Wellness programs focusing on physical, emotional, and financial well-being.
• Professional development and skill enhancement programs.
• Flexible work schedules with a 9/80 program.
• Competitive vacation, health/emergency leave, and paid parental leave.
• Community service hours.

Some employees are eligible for limited benefits only.